khopesh

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An 18th century BC khopesh

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Etymology

Borrowed from Egyptian ḫpš.

Noun

khopesh (plural khopeshes)

  1. An Ancient-Egyptian sickle-like sword.

Translations

French

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ko.pɛʃ/
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Noun

khopesh m (plural khopeshs)

  1. Alternative form of khépesh

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